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HomeMy WebLinkAbout[EXTERNAL]RFQ - Parks & Recreation - All Trades & Services; Garrett Parks + Play; Due 8_27_26 @3PMFrom:Jordon LeBaron To:Bozeman Procurement Subject:[EXTERNAL]RFQ - Parks & Recreation - All Trades & Services; Garrett Parks + Play; Due 8/27/26 @3PM Date:Thursday, August 27, 2026 1:10:50 PM Attachments:Bozeman RFQ Response.pdf CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, Please find the attached response for: RFQ - Parks & Recreation - All Trades & Services from Garrett Parks + Play. Re: Department of Economic Development, Community Development, Transportation &Engineering, Forestry, Parks and Recreation, Recreation, Cemetery, Building, Administration, Facilities, Engineering. Thank you, Jordon Jordon LeBaron, CPSI Sales & Project Management C (801) 698-6250 jordon@garrettplay.com garrettplay.com RFQ - Contractors-All Trades and Services- Parks and Recreation Departments Prepared For: Prepared By: Garrett Parks and Play Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department From To Re Jordon LeBaron Katherine Canter Statement of Qualifications - Contractors - All Trades and Service - Parks and Recreation Department Garrett Parks and Play PO Box 57426 Murray, UT 84157 Dear Ms. Canter and the Selection Committee, On behalf of Garrett Parks and Play, I am pleased to submit our Statement of Qualifications in response to the City of Bozeman’s RFQ. Our firm specializes in the design and installation of commercial recreation spaces, and we are eager to support the City in enhancing its parks and outdoor facilities. For the past 40 years, our team has successfully executed projects involving civil construction, ADA accessibility improvements and the installation of playgrounds, shelters, shade structures, and site furnishings. We understand that the City requires trusted partners to supplement internal capabilities for projects up to $79,999. We are fully equipped with the professional personnel, supply chain relationships, and capacity to deliver on-time and on-budget solutions at prenegotiated rates. In accordance with the RFQ requirements, please note the following: • We have included our completed Nondiscrimination and Equal Pay Affirmation. • We formally disclose that we do not intend to utilize Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the fulfillment of services if awarded a contract. • Our firm has not been assessed and paid liquidated damages after completion of a project under a contract with a public owner in the last ten (10) years. Thank you for the opportunity to present our qualifications. We look forward to the possibility of establishing a standing term contract with the City of Bozeman and are available for an interview at your convenience. Sincerely, City of Bozeman PO Box 1230 Bozemen, MT 59771-1230 Vern Garrett, Owner COVER LETTER FIRM INFORMATION Experience Coyote Springs Heber City, UT Mark Rounds (435) 654-3952 Coyote springs is a relatively new development in Heber City and it’s modern feel needed a centralized recreation space where the growing community could gather and play. Known for it’s beautiful natural surroundings, Heber City wanted a playground that reflected their setting and values, where generations can continue to build and strengthen ties. FIRM INFORMATION Experience Ogden Dinosaur Park City of Ogden, UT Shane O’Toole (801) 393-3466 Wildflower Lake Park DAI Utah Ranee Stam (801) 495-3414 The George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park has provided educational and fun experiences for kids and adults for decades. A large playground to complement a man-made lake at a new multi-family development helps residents and visitors enjoy the best Utah has to offer. FIRM INFORMATION Background 40 Years of Fun Over the last four decades, Garrett Parks + Play has partnered with municipalities, educational institutions and private developers across the Intermountain West to complete more than 3,000 projects, supplying everything from custom- designed destination playgrounds and surfacing to drinking fountains and shelters. Using our proprietary Plan to Play™ methodology, we’ve helped helped hundreds of clients identify key recreation objectives and plan effectively by providing fundraising assistance, design guidance and installation services. As the responsibility passes from the first to the second generation, our resolve to provide the best possible experience for our clients grows too. Our history, expertise and scalability are our greatest assets because at Garrett Parks + Play we believe the only limit to your project is your imagination. Marketplace Stability Not only have we been around for almost half a century, but we’re growing too. The past 5 years has seen the company add more salespeople and project managers, as well as double our in-house design staff, meaning our ability to develop creative solutions for our clients’ complex problems keeps getting better and better. We know and love the Intermountain West and are here to stay. FIRM INFORMATION About Us We Create Play! We live and work in the communities we serve, and we understand how important parks and green spaces are. Our salespeople, project managers and in-house designers are dedicated to making sure your project is delivered according to your specifications, on budget and on time. Vern Garrett, the owner and founder of the company has grown the business with the help of Justin Bundy, the Idaho and Western Montana territory manager and his daughter and lead designer, Angela LeBaron to be a powerful resource for commercial recreation projects in the Intermountain West. Jake Garrett, Southern Utah and Wyoming territory manager along with Jordon LeBaron, the Northern Utah and Eastern Montana territory manager have expanded the company’s reach and bring a wealth of experience and construction knowledge to the company. Rachelle McCully, Render Artist and Bryson Garrett, Client Success Manager add depth to our market offerings and provide best-in-class visualization and parts & maintenance support to a robust lineup of domestic equipment manufacturers. Your Project’s Stages Procurement & Construction Milestones Order Confirmed We’ll reach out to confirm components, layouts, and colors before sending POs to our vendors. Installation We’ll keep you informed as our licensed and trained installation team starts preparing the site and installing your components. Project Approved Congratulations, you want to partner with Garrett Parks and Play to move your project forward. Order Submitted We’ll send POs to all vendors and subcontractors to schedule manufacturing and site work. Delivery Once your components arrive on-site or in our yard, we’ll confirm installation dates and get started! Owner Handoff After all your new components have been installed, we’ll walk through the site with you and finalize any punch list items. Closeout At the end of the project, you’ll receive a close out packet with photos, warranties, and care information. Notice to Proceed Order Placed Delivery of Materials InstallationExcavation & Site Work Substantial Completion Closeout 4 Weeks 1-2 Weeks Schedule From Notice to Proceed to Substantial Completion The following delivery schedule is an estimate. The actual delivery schedule will be determined by several factors including the date we receive the Notice to Proceed, our installation schedule, and season. Claims Status In the past ten (10) years Garrett Parks and Play has not been assessed or paid liquidated damages after completion of any project under a contract with a public owner. Quick Look Owner Contact Phone Completed Value Walker Creek Park - Current Project Status The site has been graded, and installation of the post-tensioned sports court and surrounding flatwork is underway. Shade structures are scheduled to arrive in mid-September, and the playground is expected to arrive in October. Installation is scheduled to be completed by mid-November. Adherence to project schedule and budget The City has requested that the project be completed by the end of 2026. We anticipate completion well ahead of this deadline. The total project value remains within the established budget requirements. Maintained relationships Following the bid award, communication channels were established, and several pre-construction meetings were scheduled and completed. During these meetings, key elements of the project were refined and finalized, including the playground design and layout, shade design and layout, flatwork positioning, grade requirements, and other site considerations. Installation sequencing and coordination have also taken place. Taylor West Weber Park District Lance Peterson (801) 940-7255 Ongoing $686,000 Quick Look Owner Contact Phone Completed Value McKinley Elementary- Current Project Status Playground grading and border installation have been completed. The playground equipment and PIP rubber surfacing materials are currently in transit. The project is in the installation pipeline, with completion anticipated by September 30, 2026. Adherence to project schedule and budget The owner has requested that the project be completed as soon as possible. While no specific deadline was provided, we are sensitive to the impact of construction while school is in session. The project has therefore been prioritized to minimize disruption to the school year. Maintained relationships Weekly coordination calls between Garrett Parks + Play, the general contractor, and the school district help keep all parties aligned. Any changes affecting shipping or installation schedules are communicated promptly and coordinated among the project team. Box Elder School District Gerald Jackman (435)734-4800 Ongoing $360,000 Quick Look Owner Contact Phone Completed Value Community Pond Park- Current Project StatusSubmittals have been approved, and the structures are currently in the construction drawing phase. The City is completing the required site work in preparation for installation. The structures are anticipated to arrive within approximately three months. Adherence to project schedule and budget Our proposal provided significant cost savings compared with the City’s projected project cost. The overall project timeline is primarily dependent on the manufacturing and delivery schedule for the structures. These lead times were clearly communicated to the City at the outset of the project and continue to be monitored. Maintained relationshipsRegular coordination calls with the City have been held to confirm timelines, design decisions, and site requirements. Several details regarding the restroom structure have been reviewed to ensure alignment prior to construction. Ongoing coordination with the City is particularly important to ensure utilities are properly located and installed before restroom construction begins. City of North Ogden Jaime Gil (801) 782-8111 Ongoing $290,000 Quick Look Owner Contact Phone Completed Value Mogan Elementary School Objective Design and deliver a complete playground for a school in Laurel, Montana, including equipment selection, customization, and installation. Issues The project involved multiple suppliers and teams. During installation, several missing parts had to be overnighted from the supplier to avoid delaying completion. Solutions Missing parts were quickly identified and fast-tracked. Strong organization and regular communication kept all suppliers, installers, and the general contractor aligned. Outcome The playground was completed on schedule with minimal delays. Proactive coordination and communication helped the project run smoothly from design through installation. Laurel Public Schools Jason Hubbard Langlas & Assoc (406) 656-0629 2024 $132,000 Quick Look Owner Contact Phone Completed Value Ogden George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park Objective The Ogden Dinosaur Park has strived to make learning fun with their life size dinosaur replica exhibitions. Their need to renovate their playground gave us the opportunity to use our creativity to the max. Solution With this custom build, we were able to echo the parks theme and help the children truly feel like they were playing with dinosaurs. Benefits The playground is a cherry on top to a fun filled day of learning about prehistoric animals. Families can interact, touch and climb on the dinosaurs which brings their imagination to life. Ogden’s Dinosaur Park Shane O’toole (619) 493-6833 2024 $470,000 Video Walkthrough Quick Look Owner Contact Phone Completed Value Centerville Community Park Objective The City of Centerville wanted to update the playground at their flagship park to keep up with growing community around it. Solution Garrett Parks and Play helped the city understand the needs of their community, which resulted in a larger playground with unitary safety surfacing rather than sand, which posed large potential issues due to the high water table in the area. Benefits The City of Centerville was very pleased with our communication and expertise while discussing options to create a safe and practical play space for the community. City of Centerville Bruce Cox (801) 292-8232 2025 $350,000 Quick Look Owner Contact Phone Completed Value Pavilion Park Objective Balancing where to spend money on a construction project is always a challenge, especially when your space has to provide for multi-generational recreation. For Pavilion Park, we were able to address those concerns. Solution The City of Star invested in a fully-ramped composite playground structure, accessible swings, and ground level elements that welcome all visitors to this park with enough left over for a basketball court. Benefits This park is able to appeal to many abilities and encourage fun and engagement for all. City of Star Trevor Chadwick (208) 286-7247 2025 $525,000 Quick Look Owner Contact Phone Completed Value Murtaugh Elementary- Turf Objective Murtaugh Elementary asked Garrett Parks and Play to start phase 2 of a previous playground build to rehabilitate the surfacing, improve safety and reduce cost of maintenance. Solution By replacing the loose fill surfacing at Murtaugh Elementary with synthetic turf surfacing, Garrett Parks and Play improved the accessibility of this school playground and ensured compliant head attenuation ratings to protect student visitors. Benefits We were able to complete the project to the School Districts satisfaction and create a safe, aesthetic surfacing solution. Murtaugh Joint School District Michele Capps (208) 432-5233 2025 $101,000